Special Senses

Front

What are cones responsible for in the human eye?

Back

Cones help us see color and precise images.

Front

Where do low frequency sounds stimulate hair cells on the basilar membrane?

Back

Low frequency sounds stimulate hair cells at the distal end of the basilar membrane.

Front

What part of the eye is referred to as the lens?

Back

The lens is the transparent structure in the eye that helps focus light onto the retina.

Front

What type of sound do small hair cells detect?

Back

Small hair cells detect high pitch sounds.

Front

Which structures are involved in dynamic equilibrium?

Back

Dynamic equilibrium involves the semicircular canals and the crista ampullaris.

Front

What is the function of the cornea in the eye?

Back

The cornea helps to focus light as it enters the eye.

Front

What is the role of the iris in the eye?

Back

The iris controls the size of the pupil and thus the amount of light that enters the eye.

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Front

What is the difference between rods and cones?

Back

Rods are responsible for vision in low light and do not detect color, while cones are responsible for color vision and detailed images.

Front

What is the role of hair cells in the cochlea?

Back

Hair cells in the cochlea convert sound vibrations into electrical signals for the brain.